Atty. Tim L. Johnson

Atty. Tim L. Johnson

Tim L. Johnson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.

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Profile Summary

About Tim L. Johnson at a glance

Tim L. Johnson is a employment and litigation attorney based in San Diego, California, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. Educated at University of Nebraska - Lincoln College of Law (J.D., 2009). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Tim L. Johnson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Tim L., who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2021
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Tim L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Tim L. Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tim L. Johnson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Tim L. Johnson is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Tim L. Johnson is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Diego are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Tim L. Johnson

Where is Tim L. Johnson's law office located?
Tim L. Johnson's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tim L. Johnson handle?
Tim L. Johnson focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Tim L. Johnson go to law school?
Tim L. Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 2009).
How can I contact Tim L. Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact Tim L. Johnson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Tim L. Johnson received?
Tim L. Johnson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska - Lincoln College of Law
- 2009

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026

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